Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial rewards including bonus opportunities

Comprehensive health insurance

Flexible paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Moog Military Aircraft LLC in East Aurora, NY is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead high-visibility transformations in machining operations. You will manage a cross-functional team and optimize processes while driving operational performance.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, and strong leadership and project management skills. Benefits include competitive salary and a great work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing engineer experience, ideally in machining environments.
• 3+ years of proven leadership experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Strong project management skills with ability to deliver complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition of machinery and tooling to the new Advanced Integrated Manufacturing facility.
• Manage tactical and operational plans with clear KPIs.
• Oversight of capital equipment selection and onboarding.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication Skills

Machining Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Power BI

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location

Onsite – Buffalo, NY (East Aurora, NY)

Reporting To

Director, AG Mach Automation Prog

Role Overview

Our team in Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join them. You will report to the Site Manufacturing Engineering Director and have an onsite work schedule in East Aurora, NY. This position will lead a high‑visibility transformation within our machining and support operations. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a major transition into our Advanced Integrated Manufacturing (AIM) facility shaping the future of how we build, scale, and innovate.

In this role, you will lead a cross‑functional engineering team across machining, tool design, and special processes, while driving both operational performance and long‑term strategic initiatives. You will play a critical role in capital planning, process optimization, and the implementation of automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead your portion of the AIM transition: plan and execute the transfer of machinery, tooling, and processes from the current campus location to the new AIM facility.
• Manage and deliver tactical and operational plans with clear KPIs and measurable results.
• Maintain a rolling 10‑year capital plan for your area of responsibility.
• Oversee capital equipment selection, justification, acquisition, and onboarding.
• Monitor Target vs. Actual performance for assigned parts and drive continuous improvement.
• Help define and execute manufacturing engineering strategies aligned with site and divisional objectives.
• Identify, justify, and implement process improvements (machining and non‑machining), including automation opportunities.
• Establish and drive short‑term tactical and operational plans to meet production, quality, and schedule goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 10+ years of progressive manufacturing engineer experience, ideally in machining environments.
• 3+ years of proven leadership experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally in machining environments.
• Strong project management skills with proven ability to deliver complex projects on schedule.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to influence cross‑functional teams and stakeholders outside the immediate group and lead through change.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Word.

Preferred Experience

• Machining process optimization experience and a hands‑on machining background.
• Experience identifying and leading automation initiatives.
• Experience with quoting, estimating, insourcing/outsourcing decisions, and resource planning.
• Understanding of Cost Account Manager responsibilities.
• Manual CNC programming experience.
• CAD and CAM programming experience.
• Design for Manufacturing (DfM) mindset, GD&T, and blueprint reading.
• Ability to build custom reports using SQL and Power BI.
• Familiarity with JIRA and Teamcenter.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.
• Salary Range Transparency: Buffalo, NY $140,000.00–$190,000.00 Annually. Salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region‑specific benefits.

Additional Information

Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region‑specific benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MOOG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We affirm the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Contact

For assistance with applying, please contact Human Resources at 844‑367‑5787. No unsolicited agency submittals please. We encourage applicants who need accommodation to apply to contact the HR department at the phone number provided.